Newcastle United defeated Manchester United by two goals to one in the Premier League. The match took place at St James Park on March 4 2026. As a result, the home side claimed a famous win even after playing most of the game with ten men.
Newcastle United midfielder Jacob Ramsey received a red card in first-half stoppage time. However, referee Peter Bankes issued him a second yellow card for simulation. Ramsey dived under a challenge from Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
Anthony Gordon Converts Penalty
Subsequently, Newcastle United earned a penalty when Bruno Fernandes fouled Anthony Gordon inside the box. Moreover, Anthony Gordon stepped up and scored from the spot in the 45th minute plus six. Consequently, the ten-man hosts took a one-nil lead into half-time.
Casemiro Equalises For Visitors
Nevertheless, Manchester United responded quickly. Additionally, Casemiro headed home from a Bruno Fernandes free-kick in the 45th minute plus nine. As a result, the scores stood level at one-all at the break.
William Osula Strikes Late Winner
In the second half, Manchester United pressed hard with their extra player. However, Newcastle United defended with great discipline and structure. Furthermore, substitute William Osula entered the game and produced a moment of magic. Osula ran onto a pass, cut inside Tyler Malacia and curled a superb shot past Senne Lammens in the 90th minute. Consequently, Newcastle United secured the 2-1 victory.
Eddie Howe Praises Mental Strength
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe spoke to TNT Sports after the match. He said “We did really well in the first half. We were quite fluid with the ball we were back to combining and playing as a team playing in partnerships.”
He added “I was really pleased apart from the last bit. I felt we deserved the goal lead at half-time. Then they scored from a free kick that I personally didn’t think was a free kick either.”
Moreover, Eddie Howe continued “It was one of those days where it would have been very easy for the players at half-time to feel sorry for themselves especially after the recent run we’ve been on. There was real collective mental strength to regroup and produce the second half that we did.”
Michael Carrick Admits Poor Performance
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick told TNT Sports “We’re not happy with the way we played tonight. We had it in our hands largely but credit to Newcastle.”
He added “I don’t think it was the 10 men I just don’t think we played good enough tonight. We can’t make any excuses for that. We all take responsibility for that and we know.”
Furthermore, Michael Carrick said “Credit to Newcastle. They deserved to win tonight. It hurts me to say that but that’s how it was. We need to get back to working and be better for the next game.”
